The Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières (UQTR) is a public French-language university and a member of the Université du Québec network. Founded in 1969 in Trois-Rivières, Quebec, Canada, the university is recognized for its student-centered approach, multidisciplinary education, and strong commitment to research, innovation, and community engagement.
UQTR offers more than 400 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines, including engineering, health sciences, business and management, education, arts and humanities, social sciences, and pure and applied sciences. The university combines academic excellence with experiential learning, personalized support, and opportunities for international mobility.
The institution serves over 15,000 students, including more than 3,000 international students from 78 countries, creating a diverse and globally connected learning environment. Through its network of seven campuses across Quebec, UQTR extends access to quality higher education while maintaining a welcoming, human-scale campus experience.
Research is a core pillar of the universitys mission, with numerous research chairs, centres, and multidisciplinary research units addressing key societal challenges in areas such as health, sustainable development, technology, education, and social innovation. The university actively promotes collaboration between academia, industry, and the community to advance knowledge and generate practical solutions.
Beyond academics, UQTR provides comprehensive student support services, scholarships, modern learning and research facilities, healthcare clinics, and vibrant campus life. Since its establishment, the university has awarded more than 131,000 degrees and continues to prepare graduates with the knowledge, skills, and professional competencies needed to contribute to regional, national, and international development.
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